Chaucer and the Horse
Leeds: Leeds Philosophical and Literary Society, December 1959. First edition. Soft cover. 12p + 13 ills. Published as the Society's Proceedings, Vol. 9, Part 1. Good (covers shelfworn, bumped). Item #33219
A fascinating look at the terms for saddlery, colors, breeds, gaits, noises, etc., used by Chaucer in describing the Canterbury riders and their horses. It is based on both Dent's understanding of Middle English and his expertise as a horseman. Illustrated by miniatures of the pilgrims in the Ellesmere manuscript of the Canterbury Tales in the Huntington Library. Can be sent outside the US for less than the default shipping rate.
Price: $30.00